July, 2019

To our stakeholders:

I am pleased to confirm that Ecowater Systems Europe reaffirms its support of the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact in the areas of Human Rights, Labour, Environment and Anti-Corruption.
In this annual Communication on Progress, we describe our actions to continually improve the integration of the Global Compact and its principles into our business strategy, culture and daily operations. We also commit to sharing this information with our stakeholders using our primary channels of communication.

Sincerely yours,

Rob Swinnen
Managing Director, EMEA Region

Ecowater Systems Europe acts according the principles of its mother company Marmon, which are described in the Marmon Policies.

The Company, and each of its affiliates, are equal opportunity employers. All decisions regarding the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Company, and each of its affiliates, also strictly prohibit unlawful harassment based on any legally protected status. Harassment may take many forms and includes, but is not limited to: slurs, jokes, comments, or other graphic or physical conduct concerning a person's race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, citizenship status, sex, (including employee’s pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, legally protected medical conditions, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected status. Sexual harassment may include unwelcome sexually-oriented kidding or teasing, sexual innuendoes, sexually-oriented jokes, jokes about gender-specific traits or which are gender-based, or the display of obscene material.

All complaints concerning any violation of this Policy are taken seriously and will be fairly, timely and thoroughly investigated. Appropriate disciplinary and/or corrective action will be taken, as necessary. The Company forbids retaliation against anyone for reporting unlawful harassment or participating or cooperating in a harassment investigation.

Marmon is committed to safeguarding against any form of modern slavery (slavery, servitude, human trafficking and/or forced or compulsory labor) taking place within its businesses or supply chain. The Marmon Companies are expected to combat these unethical practices in supply chains, as well as comply with requirements of the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 and the California Transparency in Supply Chains Act, as applicable.

* Local policies, adjusted to local legislation, which are described in the company work rules
* 'Hotline' to report violations
* Taking measures to ensure that all employees are able to work in a safe and respectful work environment
* Water well in Myanmar: Ecowater has provided access to clean water for students in Dagon Seikkan in Myanmar. At the end of 2018, in collaboration with Vision du Monde, a French charitable organization, we financed and carried out the construction of a well in Myanmar.

* Regular audits of internal employment policies to ensure these are compliant with legislation
* Committee for Prevention and Protection at the workplace: monthly meetings to discuss safety and work environments, attended by unions & employer
* follow up on accidents and taking the necessary steps to avoid these in the future

Ecowater Systems Europe acts according the principles of its mother company Marmon, which are described in the Marmon Policies.

The Company, and each of its affiliates, are equal opportunity employers. All decisions regarding the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Company, and each of its affiliates, also strictly prohibit unlawful harassment based on any legally protected status. Harassment may take many forms and includes, but is not limited to: slurs, jokes, comments, or other graphic or physical conduct concerning a person's race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, citizenship status, sex, (including employee’s pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, legally protected medical conditions, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected status. Sexual harassment may include unwelcome sexually-oriented kidding or teasing, sexual innuendoes, sexually-oriented jokes, jokes about gender-specific traits or which are gender-based, or the display of obscene material.

All complaints concerning any violation of this Policy are taken seriously and will be fairly, timely and thoroughly investigated. Appropriate disciplinary and/or corrective action will be taken, as necessary. The Company forbids retaliation against anyone for reporting unlawful harassment or participating or cooperating in a harassment investigation.

Marmon is committed to safeguarding against any form of modern slavery (slavery, servitude, human trafficking and/or forced or compulsory labor) taking place within its businesses or supply chain. The Marmon Companies are expected to combat these unethical practices in supply chains, as well as comply with requirements of the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 and the California Transparency in Supply Chains Act, as applicable.

* Committee for Prevention and Protection at Work: monthly meetings to ensure a safe working environment for all employees
* Regular medical examinations for all employees, offering flue vaccinations
* Comply with minimum wage standards
* Comply with local labour legislation
* Employment policy based on education, expercience and motivation

* Regular audits of internal employment policies to ensure these are compliant with legislation
* Committee for Prevention and Protection at the workplace: monthly meetings to discuss safety and work environments, attended by unions & employer
* Follow up on accidents and taking the necessary steps to avoid these in the future
* Annual reports of demographics by diversity factors (gender, age)

The management of our environment is one of the most important priorities for the preservation of our diminishing natural resources and the lasting well-being of our planet.
At EcoWater Systems, we are fully aware of our role and responsibility as a socially responsible company and we constantly strive to limit the impact on the environment when manufacturing our products.
Our advanced technology saves energy and extends the life of your household appliances, resulting in a smaller ecological footprint. Lower energy consumption reduces the demand for electricity and the harmful effects of electricity generation. The use of recyclable material reduces the amount of waste. Excluding harmful components from the environment makes products safer for consumers and businesses during their lifetime and beyond.

* Ensure emergency procedures to prevent and address accidents affecting the environment and human health
* Continued development of new 'eco-friendly' products
* The greatest effect of a household appliance on the environment is often its energy consumption over time. By complying with ENERGY STAR standards, EcoWater makes an effort to manufacture products that guarantee excellent environmental performance throughout their entire life cycle.
* EcoWater wants to set a good example in the fight against plastic pollution. In our focus on corporate social responsibility and sustainable business, we have stopped using disposable plastic cups.

As part of the Marmon Group, Ecowater Systems Europe complies with the 'Marmon Prohibited Business Practices Policy and code of Business conduct and ethics'.

It is the policy of Marmon Holdings, Inc. (“Marmon”) and its subsidiaries (individually a “Marmon Company” or “Marmon Subsidiary” and collectively, the “Marmon Companies”) to strictly comply with all laws and regulations that apply to any of their activities and operations, or that may give rise to the risk of liability for Marmon, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (“Berkshire”), or persons employed by the Marmon Companies. Using a risk-based approach, each Marmon Subsidiary should develop a procedure to communicate the requirements of this Policy to Intermediaries. Each Person shall comply with this Policy, strictly abide by all applicable laws and regulations, and exercise great care not to take or authorize any actions that may create even the appearance of illegal conduct or other impropriety. Personnel who violate this Policy shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to, and including, termination. Marmon and its subsidiaries will not undertake, authorize, or tolerate any business practice that does not comply with this Policy.

The purpose of this Policy is to set forth Marmon’s commitment to comply with all laws in the jurisdictions in which Marmon Companies conduct business activities, including, but not limited to, anti-corruption, sanctions, antitrust, conflict minerals, and insider trading laws.

Each Marmon Subsidiary must strictly comply with the FCPA and all other applicable anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws. The FCPA prohibits bribes, kickbacks, and favors to government officials to obtain an improper advantage or benefit, such as the awarding of business or a government contract, obtaining a tax benefit or reduction of VAT or corporate income taxes, or obtaining a permit or license

* 'Hotline' to report violations
* Each year a letter of Bershire Hathaway (Warren Buffet) regarding ethics and compliance is being distributed to all employees.
* Annual Financial and IT audits

* follow up on Hotline notifications
* Annual audits